How Does Blood Clot?
Overview Blood clotting, also called blood coagulation, occurs in reaction to a wound to halt the flow of blood. This happens so that blood loss will stop and also so that the wound will be closed and no bacteria or…
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How to Clean Pearl Jewelry
Pearls are beautiful and fascinating, and while many jewelry pieces are made with cultured pearls, you still need to learn how to clean pearl jewelry, if you want to be able to enjoy it for a long time. Seeing that…
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Being Vulnerable in a Relationship
It is certainly no secret that men with their logical thinking can sometimes come across to their female counterpart as being insensitive; women however, often display their emotions to the extreme of being considered over dramatic. Some men are completely…
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How to get your Girlfriend Back
Make sure you do really want your girlfriend back. When couples split up then there is a tendency to view the relationship in a nostalgic manner. Obviously your relationship can’t have been that perfect or you would still be together….
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Acid Reflux Disease Natural Remedies
Acid reflux disease, otherwise known as gastroesophageal reflux disease or GERD, occurs when stomach acid and content regurgitates into the esophagus. Pain, heartburn and inflammation of the esophagus occur and put the person at risk for development of esophageal cancer….
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Noni Juice Benefits
April 26, 2015 Diet & Nutrition
The juice of the noni (Morinda citrifolia) fruit, also known as hog apple, has long been used in the Pacific region as a healthy tonic, reports the National Center for Complementary and Alternative Medicine. Before taking noni juice as a…
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Handling Family Differences
Relationships are difficult enough for the two main parties. Combining two sets of values, outlooks, lifestyles, and interests is tough enough. When the families of the parties are added to the mix, it can be disastrous. The good news is…
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Marriage between Type a and Type b Personalities
The chance of marrying someone whose personality is the complete opposite of yours is quite common. Often we hear that opposites attract and laugh at the prospect of it. But what actually happens when a Type A personality marries a…
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Tips on how to keep your Clothes looking Newer and Longer
Knowing how to keep your clothes last longer will save you a great deal of money. Given the current economic situation around the world, it makes sense to take good care of your clothes, rather than spend more money buying…
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What Are the Benefits of Massage Techniques?
April 26, 2015 Skincare & Beauty
There is a wide range of massage techniques that are utilized for a variety of purposes, from relaxation to relieving pain and muscle soreness. The National Center for Complementary and Alternative Medicine (NCCAM) reports that although most massage falls under…
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Kegel Ball Exercises
Pelvic-floor exercises are known as Kegel exercises after California gynecologist Dr. Arnold Kegel, who in 1948 outlined a comprehensive exercise program for women with urinary incontinence after childbirth because of weak pelvic-floor muscles. Using Kegel balls, also known as Ben-Wa…
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Benefits of Ginseng Extract
April 26, 2015 Diet & Nutrition
The gnarled root of the ginseng plant is the source of an extract that has been revered by practitioners of traditional Chinese medicine for thousands of years. Panax ginseng consists of two varieties, commonly distinguished by their names, Asian ginseng…
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Great Ways to get out of a Relationship
Relationships are hard work. Getting out of a relationship successfully can be even harder. Depending on the length you have been together, breaking up can be as simple as giving back a ring or dividing up all the furniture and…
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Great Ways to get out of a Relationship
Getting out of a relationship can be tough. Maybe you never really liked the person all that much and what started as a “pity date” turned into some sad kind of romance that you’re regretting every day. Sometimes, we just…
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How to Do Facial Exercises to Remain Young & Wrinkle-Free
Overview Intrinsic aging is the natural aging process that begins around age 20 and causes facial skin to lose elasticity and slow collagen production. New skin-cell production decreases, and dead skin cells remain in place longer, according to the American…
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Emerald Aquamarine Morganite and more the Varieties of Beryl
Different varieties of beryl are classified by their color. Pure beryl, or beryllium aluminum cyclosilicate, is always colorless. Most beryls found in nature are not pure. The type of impurity determines the color of the beryl crystal. Goshenite Colorless beryl…
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Supplements for a Healthy Liver
Your liver, the heaviest gland in your body (3 lbs.), metabolizes and stores both fats and carbohydrates, processes drugs and hormones, and synthesizes proteins. The liver also produces the bile salts that help in nutrient absorption in your small intestines,…
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Foods That Bring Down Blood Pressure
Blood pressure signifies the resistance produced each time the heart beats and sends blood through the arteries. Between beats, the heart relaxes, and blood pressure drops. A normal blood pressure reading for an adult is 120 (systolic) over 80 (diastolic),…
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Type a Married to a Type b
The utterly annoying sound of my alarm clock jars me awake early in the morning. My heart is racing, as I think how I will never get used to that sound! Then, the other sound rolls into my ears. It’s…
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Valerian & Lemon Balm
Overview Certain herbs are paired together to enhance their effectiveness as a natural remedy. Valerian and lemon balm are both soothing herbs that have been used for centuries for treating insomnia and anxiety, says the University of Maryland Medical Center…
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How to get your Boyfriend Back
How to get your boyfriend back You have decided that you really want your boyfriend back. Whether this is a sensible choice or not, will remain to be seen. Some say that going back after a break-up is not a…
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Women’s Stomach Exercises
Women’s stomachs tend to expand for a variety of reasons, especially following menopause. Doctors at the Mayo Clinic report that increased stomach size can be due to hormonal changes, heredity and age-related weight gain as well as overall obesity struggles….
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Environment & Brain Development of an Infant
Overview An infant’s environment provides the infant with the stimulation that helps his brain develop synapses that become the foundation for future social and emotional growth. Any type of stimulation that an infant experiences from his environment, regardless of whether…
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Tips to Increase the Life of a Lingerie Collection
Nothing feels sexier than pulling on those red satin panties or favorite black lace bra as you get dressed, mentally preparing yourself for whatever is coming that day. Even just wearing these as a foundation under your clothes helps to…
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About the Polio Vaccine
April 26, 2015 Diseases & Health Conditions
Overview Before the introduction of polio vaccine, the U.S. reported 13,000 to 20,000 cases of paralytic polio each year. Although 95 percent of people infected with poliovirus show no signs of disease, the virus causes permanent paralysis–which can lead to…
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How to Talk about the Future
You are at a sporting event, perhaps a hockey game, with a bunch of friends. You find that you and your friends’ girlfriends’ friend seem to hit it off, have lots in common, and she seems to be interested in…
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How to Adjust the Brakes on a Bike
April 26, 2015 Sports & Recreation
Overview Brakes are crucial parts of any bicycle, but in time the cables will stretch, and the brakes will require adjustments. The slightest problem with brakes can put you at risk of serious injuries. Being able to adjust your bicycle…
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Non-Cancerous Reasons for Elevated PSA Level
In the prostate, prostate-specific antigen (PSA) protein production occurs in small amounts at all times in men. Having a high level of PSA in the blood, as indicated by the PSA test, may not indicate prostate cancer. Non-cancerous conditions responsible…
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Different Stages of Colon Cancer
April 26, 2015 Diseases & Health Conditions
Colon cancer staging lays the foundation for predicting prognosis and formulating treatment for the disease. Clinical workup–such as blood tests, imaging and a physical exam–determines the preliminary stage. Microscopic examination of surgical specimens reveal later stages. Several systems for staging…
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Niravam Side Effects
Niravam (alprazolam) is a prescription medication indicated to provide short-term relief of symptoms associated with anxiety or panic disorder. This drug is part of a class of medications called benzodiazepines and works by regulating mood-related chemicals within the brain. Niravam…
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Natural Ways to Soften Stool
April 26, 2015 Diseases & Health Conditions
Regular bowel movements keep the body healthy through elimination of waste products. Stool can become hard, dry and unable to pass through the colon. When this occurs, a stool softener can alleviate the pain, cramping and straining associated with hard…
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